[dsn_klr650] crush washer=lock washer?
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[dsn_klr650] crush washer=lock washer?
In a message dated Fri, 23 Jun 2000 5:12:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Bogdan Swider writes:
> The washer in question is a crush washer which is made of aluminum, which
> is very soft, and forms a seal at the drain plug. Do not use a lock
> washer or o-ring. The crush washer is thicker than a regular washer.
>
> Gino
>
I usually buy my aluminum crush washers at the dealer. Recently they've been
out of them. The parts guy said they're simply an aluminum washer you can
get at any hardware store. Couldn't fine them at Ace. Was parts-person
right? Bogdan
Hmm... I got several from Fred. They are nice and thick .>>